DAVID H
UK-based club percussionist and bongo player David H has performed at the biggest, best and coolest dance parties and festivals on Earth. Affectionately known as ‘The Bongoman’ (or, when in Ibiza, ‘El hombre timbale’) he has entertained hundreds of thousands of clubbers across the globe, playing alongside the world’s top DJs, including Frankie Knuckles, Ferry Corsten, Tall Paul, Erick Morillo and Fat Boy Slim to name but a few. He has held residencies in Ibiza’s Manumission, Space, DC-10, El-Divino, Eden, Amnesia and Underground, as well as all over the world, playing in Europe, North America and Asia’s top venues.
David’s past UK residencies include Pussycat Club, Syndicate, The End and Fire while his 2011 residencies currently include Lo-Profile in Soho, Popcorn at Heaven and Sexy Private Party People in London as well as Brighton’s Wildfruit and other numerous guest spots. 2011 has already seen David perform in Russia and Portugal.
His unique talent to complement any DJ and his ability to fit all styles of house music is the reason for David’s renowned reputation a world class dance music percussionist. Having been playing for more than 30 years, he’s also one of the most experienced professionals in the business. Naturally gifted, you only need to witness how he excites the crowd, taking them to another level, fusing the groove between DJ and dance-floor to understand – just ask the thousands he’s performed in front of at events such as the ‘Essential Festival’ and both London and Brighton Prides recently!
During 2003, David regularly accompanied the international superstar DJ Mr C (the former Shamen frontman) who’s been quoted as saying, “I’ve played with a few percussionists … they’re all shit!. David adds his unique stage presence.”
David though was the exception, with Mr C heaping praise on his talents. “I love David to perform alongside me – he’s the only drummer with passion, feeling and understanding. He adds a magical edge to the vibe, dancing with the beats with amazing crowd interaction, plus he knows when to stop!”
Along with way, David has cemented his reputation as a talented international ambassador for dance percussion with gigs with Hedkandi, playing for the mighty Ministry of Sound in Taiwan and touring India twice for Bacardi Blast. He never fails to rock a club and has quite obvious star quality. For him, it’s all about the ‘live’ performance, “I never know what the DJ is going to play … you have to feel the vibe … organically I connect the DJ to the dance-floor.”
Web: www.david-h.com
For bookings email [email protected]
David’s past UK residencies include Pussycat Club, Syndicate, The End and Fire while his 2011 residencies currently include Lo-Profile in Soho, Popcorn at Heaven and Sexy Private Party People in London as well as Brighton’s Wildfruit and other numerous guest spots. 2011 has already seen David perform in Russia and Portugal.
His unique talent to complement any DJ and his ability to fit all styles of house music is the reason for David’s renowned reputation a world class dance music percussionist. Having been playing for more than 30 years, he’s also one of the most experienced professionals in the business. Naturally gifted, you only need to witness how he excites the crowd, taking them to another level, fusing the groove between DJ and dance-floor to understand – just ask the thousands he’s performed in front of at events such as the ‘Essential Festival’ and both London and Brighton Prides recently!
During 2003, David regularly accompanied the international superstar DJ Mr C (the former Shamen frontman) who’s been quoted as saying, “I’ve played with a few percussionists … they’re all shit!. David adds his unique stage presence.”
David though was the exception, with Mr C heaping praise on his talents. “I love David to perform alongside me – he’s the only drummer with passion, feeling and understanding. He adds a magical edge to the vibe, dancing with the beats with amazing crowd interaction, plus he knows when to stop!”
Along with way, David has cemented his reputation as a talented international ambassador for dance percussion with gigs with Hedkandi, playing for the mighty Ministry of Sound in Taiwan and touring India twice for Bacardi Blast. He never fails to rock a club and has quite obvious star quality. For him, it’s all about the ‘live’ performance, “I never know what the DJ is going to play … you have to feel the vibe … organically I connect the DJ to the dance-floor.”
Web: www.david-h.com
For bookings email [email protected]